Gil wrote:
Since I still haven't gotten my admission materials and I missed the phone call, all I have is the e-mail confirming my admission and the positive status change on the website. I am dying of curiousity.
Can you guys tell me what the package includes? When is DAK (does that stand for day at Kellogg)? What is the planned schedule for DAK? Will there be another DAK before we matriculate or is this the only one? How is the admitted student website? (I can't wait to log on but still haven't received my username and pw).
I know I will have all therse answers in a few days, but international mail takes a few days and I am dying to dive into this:)
I haven't received my package yet so I'm not sure what it includes. DAK official starts the morning of Feb 6th but there is a happy hour reception on Feb 5th at 8pm. The schedule is pretty full with financial aid seminars, mini-classes, meet and greets, intro to section life, housing info, etc. It ends late morning on Sunday with a few optional events. There is a DAK II on April 24-26. The admitted students website is pretty great. Lots of information regarding financial aid, preparing for the move, and becoming a Kellogg student. There is also a discussion forum however it's not very active at this moment. And the best part, you get access to your Kellogg email!
For reference, below is the schedule for DAK.
Thursday
8:00 PM Welcome Reception in Evanston (Optional)*
Come meet other DAK attendees and current students in a casual and relaxed environment in Evanston. The receptions will conclude around 10:00 PM, but feel free to come and go whenever you like.
Friday
7:00 AM Registration & Breakfast
8:00 AM Opening Ceremonies*
Receive your official welcome to Kellogg from Admissions Director Beth Flye and other members of the Kellogg community.
9:00 AM Academics at Kellogg
Learn about Kellogg's faculty, approach to learning, programs and majors.
10:00 AM Section Time
Meet other students in your section and get to know your section leaders.
11:00 AM Financial Aid Information Session
Housing Information Session
Tour of Kellogg Facilities
Coffee Chat with Current Students
iDAK
Attend the event of your choosing! These options will be offered three times during the weekend.
12:15 PM Professor Roundtable Lunches
Attend a topic-specific presentation and discussion hosted by a professor
2:00 PM Mini Classes
Experience the exceptional Kellogg professors and curriculum first-hand by attending two short class sessions with your section.
3:45 PM Section Time
Life at Kellogg & Club Experience
5:00 PM Kellogg Experience*
Discover what student life is really like at Kellogg
(JV's welcome!)
5:45 PM TG*
TG, short for “Thank Goodness it’s Friday,” is a great way for students to catch up with friends and relax after a rigorous week. Come mingle with current and admitted students while enjoying a Kellogg tradition.
7:30 PM Taste of Evanston*
Meet at McManus and go to dinner with a small group of admitted and current students at a local Evanston restaurant.
9:30 PM Experience Evanston (optional)*
Check out the local hang-outs, grab a drink, or find a cool coffee shop with admitted and current students.
Saturday
8:00 AM Continental Breakfast*
8:15 AM Financial Aid Information Session
Housing Information Session
Tour of Kellogg Facilities
Coffee Chat with Current Students
iDAK
Attend the event of your choosing!
9:00 AM Career Services Overview
Learn about the resources available through Kellogg's Career Management Center and how it can help you at Kellogg and beyond.
10:00 AM Section Time and Directory Photos
Scavenger Hunt
12:15 PM Career Break-out Lunches
Speak with current students about their summer internships; learn more about career options from the professional clubs.
2:00 PM Alumni Panel Discussion
Learn from alumni how their Kellogg experience has helped propel their careers.
3:00 PM "Welcome Address" by Dean Jain
3:45 PM Keynote Speaker
4:30 PM KWEST Fair
6:30 PM Leave Evanston for Chicago*
Don't worry about driving in the city! Meet in Evanston to take free buses into Chicago to attend the closing ceremonies.
7:00 PM Closing Ceremonies
10:00 PM Experience Chicago (optional)*
Sunday
10:00am Continental Breakfast & Housing Fair (optional)*
Come gather information from a group of apartment building in Evanston.
10:30am Housing/Campus Tours (optional)*
Optional tours of Evanston housing and/or the Northwestern campus.